Illustrative

Direktorenhaus, one of Berlins’s most vibrant centres for applied arts and culture, becomes in 2016 the major new destination for the 8th Illustrative Biennale of Illustration and Graphic Arts 2016, showcasing an exciting programme of events during the Festival. Within the historic setting of Direktorenhaus will be exhibitions showcasing collaborations between internationally renowned illustrators and graphic artist an a presentation of the winning entries from the Young Illustrators Award 2015.

This year the Young Illustrator Award Semi-Finals take place at Direktorenhaus that reflects the diversity of illustration with a vast array of artistic positions. This year’s awards for the best personal illustration will be again chosen by an illustrious selection board of established illustrators and previous winners of the Young Illustrators Award. Winners will be selected from a wide range of illustration disciplines like contemporary graphics, animation, book art, pattern design, chosen for their exceptional contribution to their field. A dinner to celebrate the winners will be held during the Festival at the Direktorenhaus in Berlin-Mitte.